AmeriCorps VISTA

Established in 2007 through a
partnership with the Corporation for National and Community Service, the ORCC AmeriCorps VISTA program enables colleges and universities to
address issues facing low-income communities through high quality
service-learning and community service programs that empower students to
be change agents in their communities. VISTA members are placed on campuses to develop service-learning programs, build relationships and partnerships between their institution and the surrounding community, manage service-related events, coordinate programs that engage students in community service, and increase the level of civic engagement on their campuses.

Program Goals

Cultivate partnerships with community-based organizations that address the needs of low-income individuals.

Work with faculty and staff to create and coordinate service-learning courses.

Plan and implement campus service days.

Conduct presentations and meetings with faculty, students, and community members to increase awareness of service-learning and community engagement.